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Abandoned Yugoslavian F-86E Fighter Jets

These dilapidated planes are now a canvas for graffiti artists.

Bitola, North Macedonia

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These fighter jets are a relic of a darker time.  
Graffiti artists have covered the fighter jets.  
These jets are slowly surrendering to the ravages of time.  
The original military base has been abandoned since 1999.  
February 2023   DMStephenson / Atlas Obscura User
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Two F-86 Sabre fighter jets are located in Bitola, North Macedonia. 

The jets were originally stationed at the Bitola Air Base, which was a major Macedonian air force base during the Cold War. The base was closed in 1999, and the jets were left abandoned. They are a reminder of the city's history as a military base, but their condition is poor.

In recent years, the jets have become a popular target for vandals. They have been spray-painted with graffiti, and some parts have been removed.

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The fighter jets are accessible to the public.

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January 18, 2024

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